Chapter 2: Inspection Flashcards
1
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What are the 6 examination techniques used by physicians?
A
Inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, mensuration and manipulation.
2
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What is Inspection?
A
The process of obtaining information by using the sense of sight.
3
Q
What does the provider will note while using the Inspection method?
A
General appearance, symmetry of facial features, skin color, visible injuries, deformities and gait.
4
Q
What is Gait?
A
A person’s manner of walking.
5
Q
Inspection if typically thought of as?
A
Using the unaided eye.
6
Q
There are many instruments that aid in the Inspection of many body parts such as?
A
Otoscope and ophthalmoscope.
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